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2013 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees

Doc Shutts — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:01:09 +0000

Every Rockers Dream. Have at least one platinum release. Play Carnagie Hall, Red Rocks, and the Hollywood Bowl. And be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here’s the new inductees according to Rock News. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2013 includes a diverse array of some of the [...]

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital – Fighting Childhood Cancer

Rodeo Rick — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:59:02 +0000

The mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Founder Danny Thomas believed that "No child should die in the dawn of life", and we echo that sentiment even louder today.

Casper College Graduation To Stream Live

DJ Nyke — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:54:36 +0000

Live video from your Android device on Ustream

Are you stuck at work or maybe home with multiple screaming children and won't have the chance to see that loved one, family member or friend graduate t

8th Annual R.D. Sutherland Memorial Car Show this Saturday

Rodeo Rick — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:36:09 +0000

Don't miss the 8th annual Robert D. Sutherland Memorial Car Show this Saturday, May 11th from 10am to 2pm.

Best Gifts For the Mother In You Life

Doc Shutts — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:39:09 +0000

Do you know what mothers want for Mother’s day? They want to be pampered. They want to be treated to things they would love to do but never do for themselves. They want those gifts they would never buy for themselves. 1. Pedicure…(so sign up to win the Mother’s Day Makeover at 1079theriver.com) 2. Full [...]

Father's Day Event June 15th at Washington Park

Ian Delap — Wed, 08 May 2013 20:00:41 +0000

Father's Day is around the corner. Casper Housing Authority is proud to host a Father's Day Event: A Celebration of Family on June 15th 2013. The purpose of this event is to promote family cohesion, fathers being more involved with their children, and to offer information of resources in Casper.

Fireworks Festival 2013 Booths On Sale Now

Ian Delap — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:41:57 +0000

Summer is almost upon us. Summer brings seasonal favorites like BBQ’s, camping, and of course the annual 4th of July Fireworks Festival at the Casper Events Center. Vendor booths are now on sale for this years extravaganza. Get yours now! Spots fill up quickly! Vendor booths for Fireworks Festival 2013 are now available for reservation. The [...]

Cheyenne Frontier Days Named Best Summer Festival 2013

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:30:15 +0000

Every summer thousands of visitors flock to Wyoming to enjoy the Worlds Largest Outdoor Rodeo - Cheyenne Frontier Days.

Natrona County Clebrates National School Nurses Day May 8th

Brian Scott — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:04:52 +0000

They’ve treated thousands of runny noses and tended to many banged up knees. For the nurses who provide care in the Natrona County School District, their jobs are much more than handing over a tissue or applying a bandage. National School Nurses Day is May 8, 2013. This year’s theme, “Advocacy, Access, Achievement: Leading the [...]

Bill Cosby Presale Tickets On Sale Until May 7th

Ian Delap — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:02:38 +0000

Legendary comedian, writer and actor Bill Cosby is coming to Casper for a one performance engagement. This American icon takes the stage October 6th at 2:00pm at the Casper Events Center. Tickets go on sale Wednesday May 8th, but you can guarantee your seat by purchasing a presale ticket before 11:59pm on May 7th. [button href="http://pacmail.em.marketinghq.net/functions/message_view.html?mid=468563&mlid=24&siteid=2008000021&uid=28f7cae390&hq_e=el&hq_m=468563&hq_l=1&hq_v=28f7cae390" title="Click Here [...]

Classic Rock Bands Touring This Summer

Doc Shutts — Sat, 04 May 2013 06:46:07 +0000

Though there are those that thought that because a band was considered “Classic Rock” they were dead and buried. That’s wrong. Some of the best rock bands in America are touring this summer according to Jason Kane of Real Rock News. Some rock bands burst onto the scene and then fade away. Others endure and [...]

Safe Kids Day Saturday May 4th

Ian Delap — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:59:28 +0000

Summer is quickly approaching. Kids get out of school for the summer and get to go play outside. Unfortunately the season also brings dangers and the chance for injuries. Safe Kids of Central Wyoming and the City of Casper are hosting the Annual Safe Kids Day event on Saturday, May 4, at the Casper Recreation Center.

Dozens Of Air Shows Cancel Without Military Jets

Doc Shutts — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:14:40 +0000

There is nothing more entertaining, if you like military aircraft, than spending a summer day walking along a tarmac and viewing the incredible aircraft that our tax dollars go to design, build and fly. Air shows are a unique form of entertainment. And now this summer, M.L. Johnson of the Associated Press, over 60 shows have [...]

Johnson & Allen Family Benefit Concert April 29th

Ian Delap — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:34:59 +0000

A concert in Casper has been organized to help raise money for the families of Tianna Marie Johnson, and baby Tyler who lost their lives in an auto accident on April 25th 2013. Monday April 29th, 2013 the Johnson & Allen Family Benefit Concert will take place at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds Hall Of Champions – 1700 [...]

UMF Of Casper Hosting Poker Run On May 11th

Tee Roy — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:04:28 +0000

I was asked to pass along this information about a poker run from a local non-profit Men’s Social Club, UMF. After digging deeper to see who these guys are, I decided I would like to hang with these cats sometime…they seem like my kind of crowd. Check out the poster below for all of the [...]

Drive Safe Wyoming Pledge Drive April 27th

Ian Delap — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:01:36 +0000

Distracted driving is a growing problem in Wyoming and the U.S. Texting, talking on the phone, or even eating while driving can endanger yourself and those around you. This Saturday, April 27th, come to the Eastridge Mall and pledge against distracted driving. Safe Communities/Safe Kids of Central Wyoming along with Casper Fire-EMS/Community Risk Reduction Division, [...]

Microsoft To Unveil 'New Generation' Xbox On May 21

Doc Shutts — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:29:27 +0000

For an old man like my self one would not think that I’m into gaming. But I am. I can remember when the first Grand Theft Auto came out I was in the basement for days. And now it looks like there is going to be a new gaming system. A new XBox. According to [...]

15th Annual Wyoming High School Short Film Festival April 25th

Ian Delap — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:20:23 +0000

Casper is proud to host the 15th Annual Wyoming High School Short Film Festival. The festival will take place at the America Theater Thursday April 25th, 2013. Films made by high school students from all over Wyoming will be showcased. After many successful years, the Wyoming High School Short Film Festival is upon us once again to [...]

Bill Cosby Coming To Casper [VIDEO]

Rodeo Rick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:40:28 +0000

Comedy legend Bill Cosby, best known for a wide variety of enterprises and his family friendly, insightful and frequently hilarious observations about human nature, this American icon takes the stage October 6th.

Special Screening of "Pasadena" By Casper Native Lucas Lee Graham

Ian Delap — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:27:12 +0000

The Rialto Theater in Casper will be showing a special screening of “Pasadena” Thursday April 25th. The screening will be presented by the director of photography and Casper native Lucas Lee Graham. “Pasadena” will be shown in association with 15th Annual Wyoming High School Short Film Festival at The Rialto Theater at 9:45 P.M. Graham will introduce the [...]